Consolidated Edison, Inc. (NYSE:ED) is included among the 10 Best Recession Proof Dividend Stocks to Buy. Why Income Investors Trust Consolidated Edison (ED) in Uncertain Times Consolidated Edison, Inc. (NYSE:ED) is a utility company that supplies electricity and gas to the New York City area. Its steady demand and regulated pricing provide consistent cash flow, supporting a reliable and gradually growing dividend, which appeals to income-focused investors. By concentrating on regulated utilities in an ...